$1,550,000 for Sale
19391 suffolk drive, detroit, MI 48203
| Beds 8 | Baths 12 | 9,816 Sqft | 0.52 Acres |
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Property Description
Step into timeless elegance at 19391 Suffolk Drive, a distinguished 1929 Tudor Revival residence in Detroit’s coveted Palmer Woods neighborhood. Designed by architect R. Arthur Bailey, this stately home features a richly detailed red brick exterior with limestone surrounds, emblematic carvings, heraldic stone accents, and stunning leaded glass windows—hallmarks of its era and craftsmanship. Inside, you'll find exquisite architectural elements including original woodwork, ornate plaster ceilings, marble base trim, and a grand foyer with marble flooring. A sweeping staircase with brass spindles leads to a beautifully paneled library, perfect for quiet study or entertaining. The second floor features five spacious bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom and a walk-in closet. The third floor features a large flex space suitable for a media room or playroom, a walk-in cedar closet, and three additional bedrooms with two full bathrooms. The expansive basement offers a classic English-style pub bar, billiards room, terrazzo-floored great room, home gym, sauna, jacuzzi, and potential wine cellar. Outside, the grounds include a winding driveway, mature landscaping, a four-car garage, and a private swimming pool. Rich in history, the home was once owned by Marvin E. Coyle, who rose through the ranks at Chevrolet to become its president in 1936; Fred Sanders Jr., son of the founder of Sanders Confectionery; and Lawrence and Judith Doss. Lawrence was a founder and president of New Detroit, Inc., while Judith was a chemist and later director of medical services for Exxon Mobil. She carried on Lawrence’s legacy through the Lawrence P. Doss Scholarship Foundation. Palmer Woods offers private security and road snow removal through its special assessment district. Convenient to Downtown Detroit, Ferndale, Birmingham, Palmer Park, Detroit Golf Club, and the Livernois commercial district. NEZ-H property tax abatement eligible.
General Information
Sale Price: $1,550,000
Price/SqFt: $158
Status: Active
MLS#: rcomi20251019572
Originating MLS: RealComp2
City: detroit
Post Office: detroit
Schools: detroit
County: Wayne
Subdivision: palmer woods (plats)
Acres: 0.52
Lot Dimensions: irregular
Bedrooms:8
Bathrooms:12 (8 full, 4 half)
House Size: 9,816 sq.ft.
Acreage: 0.52 est.
Year Built: 1928
Property Type: Single Family
Style: Historic,Tudor
Features & Room Sizes
Bedroom 1:
Bedroom 2 :
Bedroom 3:
Bedroom 4:
Family Room:
Greatroom:
Dinning Room:
Kitchen:
Livingroom:
Pole Buildings:
Paved Road: Paved,Pub. Sidewalk
Garage: 4 Car
Garage Description: Electricity,Door Opener,Attached,Driveway,Garage Faces Rear
Construction: Brick,Stone
Exterior: Brick,Stone
Exterior Misc: Fenced,Pool - Inground,Security Patrol
Fireplaces: 1
Basement: Yes
Basement Description: Partially Finished
Foundation : Basement
Cooling: Attic Fan
Heating: Steam
Fuel: Natural Gas
Waste: Public Sewer (Sewer-Sanitary)
Watersource: Public (Municipal)
Tax, Fees & Legal
Home warranty: No
Est. Summer Taxes: $12,332
Est. Winter Taxes: $1,851
Legal Description: W SUFFOLK DRIVE 179 AND THAT PT OF 171 DESC AS BEG AT N E COR TH SLY ALG E LINE 15.6 FT TH S 73D 51M 30S W 97.2 FT TH SLY AT RA 3 FT TH WLY 41.2 FT TO W LINE TH NLY 34.2 FT TO NW COR TH ELY ALG N LINE 154.1 FT TO P O B PALMER WOODS SUB L32 P16 PLATS, W C R 2/140 150.6 IRREG
IDX provided courtesy of Realcomp II Ltd. via Crown Real Estate Group and Realcomp II Ltd, ©2025 Realcomp II Ltd. Shareholders
Listing By: Austin Black II of @properties Christie's Int'l R.E. Detroit, Phone: (313) 230-0510
